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Blue October – Congratulations Lyrics 1 year ago
"Congratulations" by Blue October hits home for me because it feels like the he's speaking directly from the heart, almost as if he wishes he could have been the man she needed, but he knows it's too late. He wants to be her "Mr. Right," but deep down, he knows that no matter what he says, things can't be changed. There’s a quiet acceptance of that reality, and while he truly wishes her happiness, he struggles with the regret of not being able to express his feelings properly.

In a way, it's like he's trying to communicate the sentiment that he couldn’t be the person she deserved, but he’s never quite able to find the right words. Maybe it was due to nerves, or deeper personal struggles like mental health issues, addiction, or internal conflicts. Whatever the reason, this song feels like the conversation he never quite had or couldn't express in the way he wanted. He’s saying goodbye, but it's not with bitterness—it’s a bittersweet acknowledgment that he's happy for her and that their paths just weren’t meant to align.

It’s heartbreaking because the song is all about wanting to be there for someone, but knowing, deep down, that sometimes love isn’t enough to overcome personal barriers. It’s a beautiful, emotional expression of letting go, while wishing the best for someone you care about, even if it’s not in the way you envisioned. - My Personal Perspective 💙

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Blue October – A Quiet Mind Lyrics 1 year ago
I feel like the song 'Quiet Mind' by Blue October is about someone bringing the singer peace—'a quiet mind'—and he loves them for it. It’s as if they bring a calm to his never-ending battle with the voices in his head. For many people living daily with disorders like Bipolar, ADD/ADHD, or those who have endured traumatic events, even those facing constant battles within themselves, the mind can feel like it’s always 'on.' But when we’re around certain people who make us feel truly relaxed and comfortable—where we can be our true selves—they 'help to quiet our minds'. That’s such a powerful and meaningful thing. Such an underrated song!

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Blue October – A Quiet Mind Lyrics 1 year ago
I feel like the song 'Quiet Mind' by Blue October is about someone bringing the singer peace—'a quiet mind'—and he loves them for it. It’s as if they bring a calm to his never-ending battle with the voices in his head. For many people living daily with disorders like Bipolar, ADD/ADHD, or those who have endured traumatic events, even those facing constant battles within themselves, the mind can feel like it’s always 'on.' But when we’re around certain people who make us feel truly relaxed and comfortable—where we can be our true selves—they 'help to quiet our minds'. That’s such a powerful and meaningful thing. Such an underrated song!

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